Capicet 30mg Tablet 30 tablets in 1 strip

All Details About Capicet 30mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Capicet 30mg Tablet

Description:

Capicet 30mg Tablet is used to treat high calcium levels in the blood and hyperparathyroidism. It works by controlling the levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH), calcium, and phosphorus in your body.

Capicet 30mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It best taken with a meal or shortly after a meal. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, rash, muscle pain, diarrhea, hypertension, dizziness, chest pain, and loss of appetite. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse, or if you experienced any other symptoms which you think are caused by this medicine.

Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or ever had seizures (fits or convulsions). You should also tell your doctor all the other medications you are taking. If you have low levels of calcium in your body, you should not take this medicine. Your doctor may monitor your blood calcium level while on treatment with this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should ask their doctors' advice before taking this medicine.

Uses:

Treatment of High calcium levels in the blood
Treatment of Hyperparathyroidism

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Capicet

Vomiting
Nausea
Rash
Muscle pain
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Chest pain
High blood pressure
Loss of appetite

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Capicet 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Capicet 30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Capicet 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Capicet 30mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Dizziness and seizures have been reported by patients taking Capicet 30mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Capicet 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Capicet 30mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Capicet 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Capicet 30mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. When should Capicet 30mg Tablet be taken?

Capicet 30mg Tablet can be taken with any meal once daily. The tablet should be taken at a fixed time in order to prevent from forgetting to take the dose. It should be taken orally once daily after food. The dose and duration of therapy is decided by the doctor based on your response to the therapy and blood test parameters.

Q. Can Capicet 30mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Affirmative, Capicet 30mg Tablet can cause diarrhea in patients during treatment. This medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as common side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any such side effects.

Q. Does the Capicet 30mg Tablet contains lactose?

Sometimes lactose is used while preparing Capicet 30mg Tablet. Hence, before starting the medication inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with any sugar intolerance like lactose intolerance.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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